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Robert Clark Obituary

Robert Shields CLARK of Olympia passed away April 21 surrounded by his family. He was born April 1, 1916 in Glenrose, Washington to Robert and Estelle Clark. Robert was preceded in death by his wife of 59 years, Zella Robert is survived by his loving wife of 13 years, Carla ; sister, Ella Asimus, Children, Maury Clark, Sheila Clark, Joel Clark and Candace Peck , Carla's 4 children plus many grandchildren and great grandchildren. He was preceded in death by a sister, June and brother, Joseph. At his request, there will be no ceremony. Donations in his memory may be made to the Salvation Army.

To plant trees in memory, please visit the Sympathy Store.

Published by The Seattle Times on May 1, 2011.

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Gary Favro

May 1, 2011

Your Dad was a great scout leader and set an example for us all to follow

Robin Calhoun

May 1, 2011

Dear Maury, Sheila, Joel and Candy: My deepest sympathies for the loss of your dad. I passed your house in Montlake recently and thought about how close our bonds were in that great old neighborhood. Hope you all are doing well. My thoughts are with you.
Love, Robin Ackerley Calhoun

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